{"product_id":"bloody-mary-neocaridina-spp","title":"Bloody Mary - Neocaridina spp","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1jp5326\" data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"477\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp – \u003cem data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e is a deep red captive-bred dwarf shrimp, prized for its rich, glassy crimson colour and peaceful grazing behaviour. As a \u003cem data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e strain, it is generally hardy compared with many specialist shrimp, making it a strong choice for planted aquariums, shrimp colonies and calm nano communities. Like all dwarf shrimp, it still needs a mature, stable aquarium, safe tank mates and copper-free care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloody Mary Shrimp\u003cbr data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloody Mary Neocaridina, Red Bloody Mary Shrimp, Deep Red Neocaridina, Red Cherry Shrimp strain\u003cbr data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e spp., usually \u003cem data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e colour strain\u003cbr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eInvertebrate Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Freshwater Shrimp\u003cbr data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp are domesticated aquarium strains and do not occur as a natural wild population. The commonly kept domestic shrimp behind most colour morphs is \u003cem data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e, a freshwater atyid shrimp native to parts of East Asia and widely distributed through the ornamental aquarium trade. Recent ecological summaries list \u003cem data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eN. davidi\u003c\/em\u003e as native to China, Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam, and now established in several countries outside its native range due to aquarium-related introductions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eIn the aquarium, they should be given a mature planted setup with mosses, fine plants, leaf litter, wood, biofilm and gentle filtration. These surfaces provide grazing, shelter and security for moulting shrimp and shrimplets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp have a small, curved dwarf-shrimp body with long antennae and delicate walking legs. Their colour is usually deep red to wine-red, often appearing more translucent and evenly coloured through the body than standard Cherry Shrimp. Females are usually larger, deeper-bodied and more intensely coloured than males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with large females sometimes slightly bigger. \u003cem data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eNeocaridina davidi\u003c\/em\u003e colour morphs are widely reported at around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003e3–4 cm at maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e, though aquarium strain size varies with sex, age and conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"3044\"\u003eThis shrimp is ideal for planted nano aquariums, shrimp-only colonies and peaceful community tanks with very gentle fish. It needs a fully cycled aquarium with stable water and plenty of grazing surfaces. Sponge filters or protected filter intakes are strongly recommended to prevent young shrimp being pulled into filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3245\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp are not suitable for immature tanks, copper-treated aquariums, aggressive fish communities, or tanks with loaches, puffers, crayfish, large cichlids or other shrimp-eating animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3585\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3335\"\u003e20–30 litres for a small colony\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003e40 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for stability. Shrimp-specific care sources commonly recommend at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003e5 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e10 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e being easier for beginners because larger volumes are more stable. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"4179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–25°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"3642\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately soft to hard; GH and KH should be present for healthy moulting\u003cbr data-start=\"3740\" data-end=\"3743\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stability is more important than chasing exact numbers. General \u003cem data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e care references commonly recommend cycled aquariums with mineral content present, and one shrimp-care source gives ideal general \u003cem data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"3985\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e targets around \u003cstrong data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4035\"\u003eGH 9–11, KH 4–6 and pH 7.0–7.6\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Avoid ammonia, nitrite, sudden TDS swings, copper, aerosol contamination and large rushed water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"4181\" data-end=\"4209\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4232\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Invertebrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4259\" data-end=\"4546\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp are peaceful and safe with plants, snails and other gentle invertebrates. Suitable tank mates include nerite snails, ramshorn snails, small peaceful rasboras, tiny tetras, Otocinclus and other calm micro fish, though breeding success is best in a shrimp-only aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4887\"\u003eAvoid pufferfish, loaches, angelfish, large tetras, cichlids, bettas that hunt shrimp, crayfish, crabs and any fish large enough to pick off adults or shrimplets. Adult shrimp may survive with small fish, but babies are likely to be eaten in most community tanks. Keep in groups, ideally \u003cstrong data-start=\"4836\" data-end=\"4850\"\u003e10 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e, so they settle and graze naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4889\" data-end=\"4900\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4901\" data-end=\"5218\"\u003eBloody Mary Shrimp are omnivorous grazers. They feed throughout the day on biofilm, soft algae, aufwuchs, detritus and fine organic matter. Supplement with quality shrimp pellets, algae wafers, spirulina foods, blanched courgette, spinach, nettle, mulberry leaves, Indian almond leaves and powdered baby shrimp foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5220\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003eFeed lightly, as overfeeding can quickly damage water quality in shrimp tanks. Remove uneaten vegetables before they spoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5374\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5375\" data-end=\"5843\"\u003eThis is an active, peaceful grazing shrimp that spends much of its time picking over moss, plants, substrate, wood, glass and filter sponges. Healthy shrimp moult as they grow and may hide briefly while the new shell hardens. Females carry eggs beneath the body until fully formed shrimplets hatch, with no special brackish larval stage needed in normal freshwater aquarium care; \u003cem data-start=\"5755\" data-end=\"5766\"\u003eN. davidi\u003c\/em\u003e is widely kept and bred in freshwater. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5845\" data-end=\"5859\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5860\" data-end=\"6375\"\u003eAdd only to a mature, fully cycled aquarium. Drip acclimation is strongly recommended, especially when moving shrimp between water with different TDS or hardness. Avoid copper medications, non-shrimp-safe plant treatments, pest snail killers and sudden large water changes. Provide mineral content for healthy moulting and plenty of hiding places after moults. Do not mix different \u003cem data-start=\"6242\" data-end=\"6255\"\u003eNeocaridina\u003c\/em\u003e colour strains if you want to preserve the Bloody Mary line, as interbreeding can produce mixed or wild-type offspring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6377\" data-end=\"6396\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6397\" data-end=\"6421\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6423\" data-end=\"6439\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6440\" data-end=\"6489\"\u003eCommon to occasional \/ Captive-bred colour strain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6491\" data-end=\"6511\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6512\" data-end=\"6740\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the shrimp you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Natural variation in size, colour depth, red shade, transparency, grade and markings can occur between individual shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warehouse Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684340039754,"sku":"AG-103022","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/1877\/2298\/files\/BloodyMary-Neocaridinaspp_1.jpg?v=1781020700","url":"https:\/\/warehouse-aquatics.co.uk\/products\/bloody-mary-neocaridina-spp","provider":"Warehouse Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}